Feeling it in the soul. Burna Boy’s music brings joy during these rough times for his new release off his upcoming album, Twice As Tall. Anchored by Telz’ Afrobeat, the Nigerian star uplifts the spirits of his people in its music video. Donning their war paint and spears, they ride through the jungles and perform […]
New Video: Alicia Keys “Perfect Way To Die” | Rap Radar
Simple walk. Alicia Keys feels a mother’s pain in the latest music video off her forthcoming album, ALICIA. Taking to the deserted streets in the city, Alicia hits the piano and mourns the loss of young victims to police brutality and racial violence. The video was first premiered during Sunday’s BET Awards.
Amy Allen Drops Debut Single “Queen Of Silver Linings”
After penning hits for Harry Styles, Halsey and Selena Gomez (“Adore You,” “Without Me” and “Back To You”), Amy Allen launches her artist project with a brutally honest, stripped-back single called “Queen Of Silver Linings.” A love song of sorts, the songwriter’s major-label debut is essentially about the grey area between hope and dysfunction. “Keep […]
Mr Muthafuckin' eXquire – "Black Mirror" (Prod. Madlib)
It’s been a minute since we checked in with Brooklyn rapper Mr. Muthafuckin’ eXquire, but hopping on a new Madlib beat is cause for attention. “Black Mirror,” eXquire’s new Madlib-produced track out today, is as sun-baked and trippy as you’d hope, with bars that hit with steadiness and agility. It’s full of vivid and sometimes […]
Kanye West and Elon Musk Bro Down With Grimes as Their Witness
Yeezy season is once again approaching, and with that comes Mr. West monopolizing our timelines. Just days after announcing his musical return with the Yeezus-channeling Travis Scott duet “Wash Us in the Blood” and his upcoming record God’s Country, Kanye West has taken Twitter by storm today with a billionaire-laced photo of him standing side-by-side with […]
Radiohead Closes Out Streaming Series With 1997 France Festival Show
Remember when Radiohead’s OK Computer was a brand new album? It was a simpler time, and you can relive it Thursday. The group is back again this week with the final installment of the At Home #WithMe live-stream series. with a 1997 festival slot at Les Eurockéennes de Belfort, The group hopped around its discography throughout the […]
Ty Dolla $ign Enlists Kanye West, FKA Twigs, Skrillex For New Single
Ty Dolla $ign, Skrillex, FKA Twigs and Kanye West walk into a bar… Wait, that’s just a new single. In a collaboration that could best be described as the second coming of West’s single “Fade,” Ty came through today with his latest collaboration-heavy track “Ego Death.” Featuring samples that only West or Skrillex can throw […]
Comedy Central Announces 'Beavis and Butt-Head' Reboot
Television’s favorite idiots are coming back for some more dumbass-ery. On Wednesday, Comedy Central announced “Beavis and Butt-Head” will be returning to the small screen, with show creator Mike Judge back on board to recreate some ’90s magic. Judge will voice the characters on top of writing and producing two additional seasons for the network, […]
NC Artists Cover Favorite Songs to Save Local Venue
With 90% independent venues at risk of shuttering permanently due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Superchunk, the Mountain Goats and Iron & Wine are just some of the North Carolina artists who are trying to save a longtime local spot, Cat’s Cradle, from closing its doors for good. Cover Charge: NC Artists Go Under Cover […]
Ty Dolla $ign's "Ego Death" Features Kanye, Skrillex, FKA twigs, & serpentwithfeet
Ty Dolla $ign has often functioned as a human crossroads for various corners of the musical mainstream. On his new single, he brings many of those corners together for a superstar posse cut. “Ego Death,” Ty’s new single out now, features a fascinating and impressive array of contributors. There is Kanye West, who has often […]